Stallholders and shopkeepers at Camden’s markets vowed today to unite against the proposed HS2 rail link, amid claims it threatens the future of the world-famous destination.

Under current plans, HS2 will run through the heart of Camden when the first London to Birmingham stage is completed in 2026.

A report claims that years of disruption and closures for work on the line could result in losses of £91.8 million — including £39 million at the Stables Market, £24 million at Camden Lock and £22 million at Hawley Market.

The study, carried out by consultants BOP for business group Camden Town Unlimited, said 9,100 jobs could go in the area as tourism dwindles up to 2031 and recommended running the link under instead of overground.

Ahrash Akbari-Kalhur, 28, makes ice cream using liquid nitrogen at his Camden Lock Market parlour, Chin Chin Labs. He told the Standard: “If something like this was to happen we would not be able to run our shop.

“Any alternative to closing the market or large parts of it has to be looked at.

“I can’t really imagine London without Camden Market and don’t think many people could. Lots of sacrifices have been made not just by me, but by the whole market. A lot of these guys are small independent traders.”

Ibrahim Ayar lives and works in Camden, where he has run a clothes stall for 15 years.

He said: “We are not against the project but it shouldn’t and doesn’t have to disturb business. We are taxpayers and we are the reason tourists come here. They have to listen to what local people are thinking.”

He said many traders were considering signing a petition to take to the transport select committee meeting in Parliament tomorrow. His colleague Armin Sismai, 40, from Palmers Green, who sells ladieswear, added: “They are coming in like a bully. I would have to finish if this goes ahead. I would need to look for a new job.”

But HS2 has dismissed the report as “scaremongering”. Spokesman Ben Ruse said: “It is simply not true that HS2 is set to close large parts of Camden’s markets.”